“Goddess!” The Healer's voice boomed, but his expression immediately dimmed. “What has happened to you?” He took in her soot-covered clothing and stared intently at her for a moment or two. Emma could feel his gaze piercing the veil of her flesh and traveling beneath.
“What has happened to you?” He murmured softly, pulling his door open wider. “Please come in.” Emma took a deep breath and walked inside his small shop. She'd always loved the smell of this place, filled with herbs, spices, natural ointments and medicines. The overall scent was a tangy, but pleasant blend. Janus had once confided in her that he kept all the really foul smelling stuff in the back so as not to run off the customers. He'd laughed boisterously at that. She smiled slightly at the memory, but the smile
